Egyptian parliament hopes to counter US Congress criticism on human rights

Egypt’s parliament is ramping up efforts to deal with the US Congress’ criticism of the human rights situation in Egypt, as it passed a motion to send delegations to the United States.

Egypt

Egypt, Sudan cooperate to eliminate extremism in school curricula

Egypt wants to support Sudan in ridding its school curricula of extremism, which was established under former Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir and following the Muslim Brotherhood’s seizure of power in Sudan.

Egypt

How Cairo’s Heliopolis heritage managed to remain uncovered

The residents of Cairo's Heliopolis neighborhood have succeeded in stopping a government decision to build a new bridge in the heart of its historical and heritage area.

Egypt

Sudan calls for expansive mediation for Nile dam talks

Sudan’s call for diplomatic intervention is likely to be rejected by Ethiopia.

Egypt

Inside Alexandria's bunker-turned-art space

In the basement of an old building in Alexandria lies an art space that once served as a bomb shelter.

Egypt

Egypt, Bahrain adopt 'wait and see' approach to reconciliation with Qatar

Egypt awaits Qatar to take actions on the ground in accordance with Al-Ula Declaration that ended the boycott of Doha, but amid concerns that Qatar will bail out on its commitments.

Bahrain

Egypt back as ringmaster as Palestine talks progress

Egypt seems to be regaining its regional status as peacemaker in the Palestinian file as ties warm with its allies.

Palestine

Grand Mufti of Egypt says OK for Muslims to build churches

The Grand Mufti of Egypt issued a fatwa permitting Muslims to work in church construction, which sparked controversy on social media with activists recalling previous fatwas on Salafist websites prohibiting such works.

Egypt

Meet Egypt’s Christian soccer team

As Christian football players continue to be rejected from clubs playing in the Egyptian league, the Je Suis team opened the door for these talents to continue doing what they are passionate about.

Egypt

Will Sudan-Ethiopia border conflict affect GERD talks?

Border tensions have escalated between Sudan and Ethiopia in the past few days, coupled with Ethiopian threats to Sudan if it does not respond to peaceful solutions, which has triggered questions about the impact of such developments on the GERD issue.

Egypt

Hundreds left homeless as Egyptian authorities demolish random constructions

As the Egyptian authorities embark on removing dozens of residential buildings in the historic Sayeda Aisha area as part of a development plan, lawyers are working to provide legal support to residents and owners of the removed properties.

Egypt

Lawmaker's proposal to place street children in camps stirs controversy

A proposal from a member of parliament to detain street children in training camps has caused alarm among rights advocates, highlighting a negative perception toward the vulnerable minors — an outlook that has been reinforced by their portrayal in the media as thugs and criminals.

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